Out of all the things to be nervous about when it comes to studying in the UK, small talk shouldn’t be on the list. Primarily because, I hate to say it, no one is more awkward than a Brit trying to make small talk. They avoid it like they avoid… Read more

By Deb RegisterATP Alumni Ambassador who studied at the University of Kent

Volunteering in the UK is easy, fun and a wonderful way to immerse yourself in your new community, make incredible, like-minded friends and make a positive… Read more

Published Originally: June 11, 2019by Alexandra Doe, ATP Student AmbassadorStudying at: Sheffield UniversityUpdated: July 17, 2019

For some of us, the decision to apply to postgraduate programs comes with an additional dilemma: How am I… Read more

By Kerry PlanteATP Student Ambassador

Whenever someone I know is planning to travel for any amount of time, the concern over relationships back home comes up. Questions over missing big events or how to maintain a relationship with a… Read more

La lectura es un hábito que los estudiantes universitarios practican, en mayor o menor medida, como parte de su formación. Hay quienes prefieren hacerlo en la privacidad de sus habitaciones, en los tiempos libres en sus salones, mientras comen e… Read more

For those students studying an undergraduate degree in the UK, you will normally have a break over the summer months! For those students on a master’s degree, you will usually write your dissertation during the summer.

For both situations… Read more

By Melissa GreenwaltAcross the Pond Student Ambassador studying at the University of Exeter

One of the greatest things about being a university student is the opportunity to participate in sports, volunteer with an organization, or meet… Read more

Published Originally: May 21, 2019by Benjamin Nichols, ATP Student AmbassadorStudying at: Swansea UniversityUpdated: July 16, 2019

After arriving to the United Kingdom after hours of flying or being at sea for a few days, visitors and… Read more

Si ya has sido aceptado en la Universidad británica que elegiste, ¡… Read more

Published Originally: May 14, 2019 by Malin Von Knorring, ATP Student Ambassador Studying at: City, University of London Updated: July 15, 2019

When you hear stories of someone’s adventures abroad, you hear about their unforgettable trip… Read more

The United Kingdom is a very interesting place to live and study. I’ve compiled a list of some of the more interesting facts about the UK you may not already know. While none of these will overly affect your studies, they do show the interesting… Read more

Los financiamientos estudiantiles siempre son un punto que nos puede poner en alerta, en especial cuando tendemos a ver esta opción como una deuda nada más y eso nos asusta, incluso, nos… Read more

Hablar de diversidad cultural en las universidades del Reino Unido es hablar de ambientes diversos, convergencia de ideas, creencias y, por ende,… Read more

by Lauren Cameron

Studying in the UK is very different from studying in Canada. It takes some adjusting, but you can definitely get used to the different class schedules, fashion, and layout in no time! The following is based on my… Read more

I cannot believe that I am already halfway through my time here studying at SOAS, University of London! Classes are just about wrapping up for me and for the remainder of my time here I will be working on (and slightly dreading) my master’s… Read more

Published Originally: March 26, 2019 by Kelley Chilton, ATP Student Ambassador Studying at: Durham University Updated: July 15, 2019

When I first told family and friends I was moving to the UK, I expected everything to be significantly… Read more

By: Brittni Baird

Law is one of Across the Pond’s most popular subjects for Canadian students. Have you thought about studying Law in the UK but you don’t know if it’s a good option? Here are some of the top reasons why you should… Read more

Published originally on Mar 19, 2019by Colby Cox, ATP Student AmbassadorStudying at the University of DurhamUpdated: July 11, 2019

Living and studying abroad will be one of your most memorable experiences in life, but it can also be… Read more